English · Word Candidate

argue

/ˈɑː.ɡjuː/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Also seen as: argues · arguing · argued

Sense 1

Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

To show grounds for concluding (that); to indicate, imply.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

chỉ ra lý do để kết luận

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Verb

The new increase in crime argues for even tougher jail sentences, according to some.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

To debate, disagree, or discuss opposing or differing viewpoints; to controvert; to wrangle.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

tranh luận, không đồng ý hoặc thảo luận về quan điểm đối lập

Machine-translated — suggest a fix

Verb

He also argued for stronger methods to be used against China.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

What does “argue” mean?

To show grounds for concluding (that); to indicate, imply.

Is “argue” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.